📊VA Modifies National Patient Databases Impacting Healthcare Compliance
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
Summary
Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, notice is hereby given that VA is modifying the system of records titled, "National Patient Databases-VA" (121VA10). VA provides health care services to many Veterans through VHA. During the course of providing health care, VHA collects medical and health information about Veterans under their care. This system is used for planning, distribution, and utilization of resources; monitoring the performance of VHA programs and Veteran population health; and statistical analysis of clinical and administrative support provided within VHA.
Agencies
- Veterans Affairs Department
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The VA’s modification of the "National Patient Databases-VA" impacts compliance and regulatory requirements, particularly for organizations involved in healthcare that work with or receive data on Veterans. This includes changes to data sharing involving HUD services. Business owners may need to adapt to new data security standards and regulatory obligations.